Model year guide

2019 Honda GL1800

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Honda GL1800 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2019 Honda GL1800 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints6

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2019 Honda GL1800 recalls 2

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical NHTSA Campaign #24V820000 · manufacturer #KQ9 · 31/10/2024

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021 GL1800 Goldwing motorcycles. The primary drive gear bolt on the crankshaft may break, which can result in an engine stall and lock up the rear wheel.

Fix: Dealers will replace the primary drive gear bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KQ9.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #24V113000 · manufacturer #KP8, KP9, KQ0, KQ1 · 15/02/2024

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2024 GL1800 (Goldwing), CBR600RR, and 2018-2019 CBR1000RR motorcycles. The fuel pump impellers may have been improperly molded, which can cause them to deform and result in fuel pump failure.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump module as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KP8, KP9, KQ0, and KQ1.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2019 Honda GL1800 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 4

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

"Newsletter - If the LCD screen is blank/inoperative and asterisks appear in place of the riding modes, perform the following test. â?¢ Inspect the number five (15 amp) audio fuse next to the battery in the main fuse box. â?¢ If failed, replace the fuse and di…

Bulletin The Wrench - May · Structure, Power Train, Service Brakes · May 2022

The Wrench - When performing the Service Bulletin GL1800 #1- Loose Handlebar Repair on 2018 GL 1800, or removing the Steering Bridge to adjust the upper steering stem nut on any 2018 and newer GL1800, the left rear tie rod bolt needs to be held by a 14 mm open…

Bulletin TheWrench1Feb.21 · Steering, Equipment · Feb 2021

The Wrench - If DTCs appear on a new 2018 and newer GL1800, these are likely ABS related and are generated when the factory runs the freshly built unit on a dyno to verify proper engine and transmission operation. These stored codes are easily cleared using MC…

Bulletin TheWrenchDec2020 · Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Air · Dec 2020

"Dealer Message - The December 2020 edition of The Wrench publication is now available on iN. If DTCs appear on a new 2018 and newer GL1800, these are likely ABS related and are generated when the factory runs the freshly built unit on a dyno to verify proper…

Bulletin MCPST12042020 · Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Air · Dec 2020

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the GL1800. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2019 Honda GL1800. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Powertrain

Issue: On certain motorcycles, the primary drive gear bolt may break. If this happens, the engine could stall suddenly and cause the rear wheel to lock up while riding. Safety Risk: A rear wheel that locks up suddenly could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle to a d…

Transport Canada #2024660 · Oct 2024

Fuel System

Issue: On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump could fail. If this happens, the engine could stall while riding and you may not be able to restart it. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle to a Honda Powersports dealership to inspect and, if necessa…

Transport Canada #2024096 · Feb 2024

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2019 Honda GL1800 vehicles on record

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2019 Honda GL1800 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Honda GL1800 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2019 Honda GL1800. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Honda GL1800?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, engine and engine cooling.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.